The Lightning Thief Auditions

Description


The Greek gods are real, and they have kids– "and those kids have issues” in this electric adaptation of Rick Riordan’s best-selling book series. Join teenage demigod Percy Jackson on an epic quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods. THE LIGHTNING THIEF is packed with rocking anthems, mythological monsters, and enough adventure for the whole family. 

Sign up for ONE, 10-minute audition on either Saturday, November 22 or Sunday, November 23.

Please prepare a 30-60 second cut of a musical theatre song to be sung with piano accompaniment or track. You may choose a song from The Lightning Thief, but it is not required! You can also choose a song that fits the style of the show (pop/rock/contemporary) and showcases your voice. Bring sheet music for accompaniment (accompanist will be provided) or a track that can be played from your phone and connected to a wireless Bluetooth speaker. 

You will also be asked to read an audition side (a short scene from the show).   Check back here for sides.
   
  • Some people may be asked to dance, read or sing again on Monday, November 24 at a Callback audition. You will be notified if you need to attend these additional auditions. Please keep November 24 open in case you are called back. 
  • Prior to your audition, please complete an audition form and bring it with you or arrive early to complete a form available at the welcome table.  Audition Form 
  • Auditions will be held at QCT. Please enter through the QCT STAGE DOOR located off Kentucky Street. This is the south side of the Oakley-Lindsay Center, and a ramp leads to the door labeled “STAGE DOOR.” 
IF YOU INTEND TO AUDITION, TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING: 
  • REHEARSALS: Rehearsals will be held Monday-Friday anytime from 5-9p. There may be a few Saturday afternoon rehearsals but they are TBD.  Actors may not be called for every rehearsal or for the full length of a rehearsal until the final weeks.  The first cast meeting will be Tuesday, December 2 @ 6p.  
  • CONFLICTS: When listing conflicts on your audition form, please give exact days and times; we may be able to schedule around your pre-existing conflicts.   
  • ABSENCES: Cast members are allowed two (2) excused absences from rehearsal. NO UNEXCUSED ABSENCES WILL BE ALLOWED.  Please note that no cast member may miss his/her scheduled rehearsal for any reason after Monday, January 12, 2026.  
  • TECHNICAL REHEARSALS: Before auditioning, please take note that tech rehearsals will be on Saturday, February 14 and Sunday, February 15.
  • PERFORMANCES: 
  • February 18 @ 7:30
  • February 20 @ 7:30
  • February 21 @ 7:30
  • February 22 @ 2:00
  • February 24 @ 9:00AM & 1:00PM (Student Previews)
  • February 26 @ 7:30
  • February 27 @ 7:30
  • February 28 @ 7:30
  • March 1 @ 2:00
  • COSTUMES: You may be asked to provide supplementary costume pieces (such as undergarments and socks) and/or shoes. 

Ensemble roles are available for students 14+.  Principal roles are available for teens and adults 16+. 

We seek a diverse cast of ages, ethnicities, shapes and sizes, and abilities. No previous theatre experience is required. 

Being a part of a QCT production is a HUGE commitment, but the reward is worth it. You will collaborate on a high-caliber, polished production! To achieve this, you will be expected to work outside of rehearsal on your lines; you will attend all your scheduled rehearsals and be ready to begin by the scheduled time; you will be willing to step outside of your comfort zone in rehearsals and try different things; you will stay quiet while another is talking; and show respect to every member of the Lightning Thief Company. Only if you can make this kind of commitment should you audition for this production. 

Details

Get Connected Icon 14 and older
Get Connected Icon Select ONE audition date/time please.
Get Connected Icon If all audition slots are full, contact Director Brendan Shea at brendan.shea@1qct.org

Location

Get Connected Icon 300 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 118
Quincy, IL  62301

Shifts

Begins Duration Open Spots Respond
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 10:20am
to 10:30am
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 11:30am
to 11:40am
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 11:40am
to 11:50am
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 11:50am
to 12:00pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 1:50pm
to 2:00pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 2:00pm
to 2:10pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 2:10pm
to 2:20pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 2:20pm
to 2:30pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 2:30pm
to 2:40pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sat Nov 22, 2025 @ 2:50pm
to 3:00pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 1:10pm
to 1:20pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 1:40pm
to 1:50pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 2:20pm
to 2:30pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 2:30pm
to 2:40pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 2:40pm
to 2:50pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 2:50pm
to 3:00pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 3:00pm
to 3:10pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 3:10pm
to 3:20pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 3:20pm
to 3:30pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 3:30pm
to 3:40pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1
Sun Nov 23, 2025 @ 3:40pm
to 3:50pm
0.17 hours 1 of 1